Introduction
Who can resist ham and cheese puff pastry rolls? They are delicious snacks throughout the day, bright and easy to carry on family picnics and now, they have become a must-have as a quick snack before or during parties. They’re fully prepared to wow your guests with their soft cheese filling and flaky outer crust!
Ingredients
1 thawed puff pastry sheet
4-5 pieces of ham
4-5 slices of cheese (cheddar, gouda or Swiss would work)
1 beaten egg (or egg wash)
Optional garnish: thyme or parsely
Instructions
Prepare the Pastry:
Place the puff pastry sheet on a floured surface and roll it out in different directions. Combine the beaten egg with the water, and brush light swaths of the combination over the pastry, this is simply to help things stick.
Layer Ingredients:
Evenly place slices of ham on the pastry with a little margin left on the sides. Then place cheese slices over the ham.
Roll and Slice:
Begin rolling the pastry tightly into a log from one side. Divide the log into a number of 1-inch wide rounds as best as you can.
Bake:
Place your oven on 200 degrees Celsius. Position the rolls on a lined baking sheet one by one with some gaps in between. The last touch was given: letting some of the egg wash run over the surfaces. Put in oven for 15 to 20 minutes or when the color is golden brown and puffed.
Hints for Success
To prepare strikes, it is better to freeze the pastry roll for ten minutes prior to slicing. This will allow for effortless cutting to cut into pieces.
Select the finest quality ham and cheese to ensure the best flavor.
As washing for the ingredients to prepare the combination ingredients can ooze while baking, do not provide excess filling.
Health Benefits
This one is a pretty rich dish but it does have some nutrition:
Protein: Due to the ham and cheese.
Calcium: Contained in cheese which is good for bones.
Energy: Provided due to short-chain carbohydrates in puff pastry.
Nutritional Information (For individual serving, approximately one roll)
Calories: Two hundred
Protein: Eight grams
Fat: Twelve grams
Carbohydrates: Fifteen grams
Fiber: Point five gram
Calcium: Fifteen percent value from the recommended daily intake
Variations and Substitutions
Meat-Free: Ham can be substituted with any favorite sautéed mushroom or sautéed spinach.
Cheese Options: Dips can also be flavored with cream cheese, feta, mozzarella or any cheese of preference.
Flavored Pastry: Mustard or pesto can be put on the pastry prior to layering.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is it possible to make these earlier?
A: Yes, you can make them tomorrow, place them together and leave in the refrigerator for twenty-four hours before baking.
Q: Is it okay to freeze them?
A: Of course! Unbaked rolls can be placed in the freezer then place from the freezer to the oven and add 5 to 10 minutes more than is normally required.
Q: Can I use a homemade puff pastry?
A: Yes, but it has to be rolled out thin so that it cooks evenly.
Conclusion
Puff pastry rolls stuffed with ham and cheese are a timeless favorite that does not take a lot of work for a lot of taste. There are countless variations and they are easy to prepare, making them a practical addition to your cooking arsenal. Serve them warm and let them be devoured within minutes!